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How to make rational decisions
The role of biases in decision-making
The impact of social norms on decision-making
Be prepared
Having applied for the job, you probably know a good amount about the business anyway, but it often helps to do some more homework.
Find out about the history, philosophy, and values that have built the company you’re now part of.
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Immerse yourself
Really enjoy finding out everything you can about your new culture.
Simply show your passion for working with your new team by finding out what it really means to be part of the team and the business.
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Connect with people
When you’re starting out working with your new colleagues, be yourself. Don’t put on an act.
Show them you’re human and making some well-intended efforts to start off on the right foot so that all of your skills, knowledge, and expertise can be shared with increas...
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Focus on your goals
In our eagerness to impress in a new role, it’s very common to set really unrealistic goals about how much we’re going to achieve in the first few months.
Set some short term personal and work goals which will help to increase your confidence.
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Ask the right questions
Each morning before work ask yourself:
- What do I want to find out about today?
- How can I support my team today?
- What strengths do I need to demonstrate today?
- What demands will I be facing today?
- What resources do I have available to...
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Let Your Passion For the Position Shine Through
- Know What You Really Want: Most interviewers can see if your only goal is hierarchical or financial. Know why this job matters to you and be able to articulate your reasoning well.
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Helpful tips to become a polymath
- Learn Multiple Languages. Learn the basics and common vocabulary roots of the biggest language groups. This will enable you to learn any language.
- Learn How to Write. It all starts with keeping a diary or a dream journal.
- Be Artistic. Know the grea...
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